Well, its quite needless to say that cameras, howsoever pro they are, will never be able to match with the experience one has by visiting places. This post will be my first attempt to try and share the beauty of these places in pictures.

The first view of the stepwell is really overwhelming. I had not seen anything this beautiful ever!

The first thing that you come across after taking a few steps down the stepwell are the Pillar Stubs.

Notice the asymmetric placement of the stubs. They say, in ancient times none of the architecture was built perfectly symmetrical..as only God can create anything ‘perfect’ and not mortal humans..
The same is true for Notre Dame cathedral in Paris..and we also observed it at Rani ki Vav.

Designed as an inverted temple highlighting the sanctity of water, the construction showcases mastery in hand carving during 11th century.

The stepwell has close to 1000 minor sculptures depicting snippets of Indian mythology

All Vishnu avatars have been depicted. The above pictures have 1) Varahavatar and 2) Vishvamitra being seduced by Menaka 3) Maa Durga

Depiction of Vishkanya, signified by the presence of poisonous Scorpion on her leg

Other than mythology, the stepwell has some unique patterns. These are the patterns which inspire the very famous ‘Patan ka Patola’ sarees

The details of the sculptures that have been depicted is amazing and makes you wonder about the wealth of knowledge and artistry back in 11th century